A Study on Taoist Literatures Including in Annotated Classified Bibliographies in Joseon DynastyLee, Sang-Yong;

Abstract

This study analyzed the annotations of Taoist literatures in "Haedong-munheon-chongnok", "Gyujang-chongmok", "Nupango" and "Hongssi-dokseorok", which were annotated classified bibliographies compiled in Joseon Dynasty. Based on the analyses, the study explored the perspectives from which the annotations were written since Taoism was considered to be heretical from a Confucian point of view. With respect to writing the annotations of Taoist literatures, it was general that the annotations were written objectively about Taoism, rather than relying on a Confucian perspective. Yet, Hong Seok Ju, who wrote "Hongssi-dokseorok" clearly expressed his opinions about the pros and cons of Taoism. Overall, it would be well appreciated that the annotated bibliographies in Joseon Dynasty retained objectivity in Taoist literatures regarded as heresy at that time.